RECURSIVE DEFINITION
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Recursive Definition.
Recursive Definition - as a noun
(mathematics) a definition of a function from which values of the function can be calculated in a finite number of steps
Example Sentences
"The recursive definition of factorials states that 0! is equal to 1 and that for any positive integer n, n! is equal to n times (n-1)!"
"In computer science, a recursive definition is used to define algorithms that solve problems by calling themselves."
"The recursive definition of a list in programming states that a list is either empty or consists of a value followed by a list."
"A recursive definition of a set can state that the empty set is a member and that any element combined with a set is also a member."
"A recursive definition of a sequence can specify the initial terms and a rule for generating subsequent terms based on previous ones."
